Guides & Resources
Election 2025: What you need to know about your Election Day voting rights in Pennsylvania
Voting in Pennsylvania? Here’s everything you need to know about your rights.
Guides & Resources
Free guides and resources for Kensington residents — including how-to explainers, service directories, voting guides and event listings for North Philadelphia.
Small Business
Philly’s only 2025 gift guide with spiritual consults, PPA evasion and a Kensington Jason Kelce tee
This year’s holiday gift guide highlights creative, hyperlocal gifts that support Kensington’s artists, makers, and small businesses.
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Pa. election 2025: How to vote, where to vote, and everything you need to know for Nov. 4
On Nov. 4, Pennsylvanians will vote on whether to retain three state Supreme Court judges and will fill vacancies on both the Commonwealth and Superior Courts.
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Housing workshops aim to empower Kensington owners and renters
A free series includes weekly workshops running through December 13th, covering a range of housing topics–from local organizing to statewide housing policy–focused on creating “affordable and accessible” housing. All workshops are held at the Kensington Engagement Center.
Arts & Culture
Harrowgate area to see art, improvements as part of citywide celebration for America’s 250th birthday
The Harrowgate area will see increased funding as part of the City of Philadelphia's celebration of America's 250th birthday.
Housing & Shelter
Are you exempt from the new SNAP work requirements? Here’s how to find out.
As of September 1st, people receiving SNAP benefits are required to work, volunteer, or be in an employment training program a minimum of 20 hours a week in order to continue receiving assistance. If they don’t comply and aren’t exempt, their benefits will terminate December 1st.
Kids in Kensington
Norris Square Resource List: Where to find jobs, health, housing support
The Norris Square Neighborhood Profile, released in July, explored rising housing costs and other shifts in the neighborhood. This resource list points residents to support.
Arts & Culture
Kensington committee members suggest “removing” people who use drugs, SEPTA pauses social service contracts
The Special Committee on Kensington, made up of council members Quetcy Lozada, Mark Squilla, Mike Driscoll, Nina Ahmad, Curtis Jones
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How Kensington voted in the 2024 presidential election: Republican support increases, turnout drops
Kensington-area voter turnout decreased and Republican support increased by 13%.
Arts & Culture
Free school supplies in Kensington: Here's a growing list of back-to-school events in the neighborhood
We’ve pulled together a list of events and places where you can get free school supplies for your kids to prepare for the school year.
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Get arrested for drugs in Kensington? Here's a chart that explains the process.
A very long chart for a very long process.
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It's Election Day. Here's the ultimate guide to the 2024 primary election, from The Philadelphia Citizen.
The April 23 race includes important Attorney General, State Auditor and Senate races. Oh yeah, and that Presidential thing
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Pa. primary election 2024: How to vote, where to vote, and everything you need to know for April 23
On April 23, Pennsylvanians will cast their votes for president, U.S. Senate, attorney general, and more.
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Do you live near Kensington & Allegheny? You may have a different city councilmember.
Previously, the streets surrounding the intersection were split between Districts 1 and 7, each represented by one council member. Now, the area is divided into Districts 1, 6, and 7 and is served by three representatives.
Arts & Culture
Our 2023 last-minute holiday gift & gift card guide that supports small businesses in Kensington
This year, Kensington Voice partnered with the New Kensington Community Development Corporation (NKCDC) to highlight some new and familiar businesses to share with you for the holidays.
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Don’t know where to donate your money in Kensington? Here’s a long list of nonprofits collecting tax-deductible donations.
Whether it’s Giving Tuesday, December 31, or any other day of the year, start here to support organizations serving Kensington and nearby neighborhoods.
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Philadelphia Mayor Jim Kenney discusses his pre-K legacy: ‘We had all the parents’
Kenney regards the establishment of PHLpreK, which allows thousands of 3- and 4-year-olds in the city to attend prekindergarten free of charge, as one of the major legacies of his two terms in office.
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Talk, not fists: Philadelphia students with discipline issues learn how to defuse conflict
In this Temple University program, students learn de-escalation strategies, primarily through intensive discussion and role-playing.
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We’re building a donation guide for organizations and groups serving Kensington. Add yours today.
We're compiling a donation guide to help people find where to donate money in Kensington and its nearby neighborhoods. But we need your help to build it.
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Philadelphia voter guide 2023: Where the mayoral candidates stand on education issues
Philadelphia’s next mayor — the city’s 100th — will be in a historic position with the ability to fundamentally change the way schools are run and governed.
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PA 211 Helpline: An under-sourced “resource” for returning citizens
As good as the PA 211 is in theory, in practice it needs more partnerships if it hopes to really help returning citizens.
Arts & Culture
In wake of Eddie Irizarry Jr.’s death, some blame McNesby, FOP for lack of police reform
On Thursday, community leaders pushed for increased police accountability and transparency. Some called for stronger leadership from Mayor Jim Kenney. Others focused on John McNesby, the president of Philly’s police union, the Fraternal Order of Police (FOP).
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Where to donate and get free school supplies in Kensington
For Philadelphia students, the most recent academic year was a difficult one, with schools temporarily closing due to asbestos, responding
Clean Streets
Where to find urban farms and gardens in Kensington
Updated: 07/06/2023 When Jessica Shoffner moved from Kansas to Philadelphia back in 2008, she brought her country roots